Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Physical Therapy
One-on-one, client-focused care. Health is Wealth. Movement is Medicine.
Reviews
Eric is the most down to earth, knowledgeable professional I’ve ever worked with. Can’t say enough good things.
Read moreBenjamin Hyduke
4 days ago
Eric has helped me through 2 total knee replacements and a couple other random challenges. He is the best PT I have worked with and I NOW go out of my way to work with him. I was back on the standup paddle board 5 weeks after my second knee replacement (11 weeks after the first knee). Because of my sport, we worked on kneeling, and balance as early as was possible and it worked so well. I most recently went to get help with neck mobility and strengthening to support a well used and slightly abused spine. He empowered me with all the knowledge i needed and has provided excellent guidance and follow up.
Read moreSam Gentsch
4 weeks ago
5+ ⭐️ Knowledgeable, Professional and Genuine. Eric Nichols and Movement Medicine PT has to be the go-to place for in season maintenance and injury rehab. Customized PT plans with tailored treatment specific to the patient, and always follows up to verify treatment progress. Top notch facility, always clean and organized with the best equipment. Thank you Eric!
Read moreA Purdy
a month ago
Knee replacement, 12 sessions of PT, then on to Movement Medicine to take my rehab to the next level. Love this place and especially working with Eric Nichols. I highly recommend for those who lead an active lifestyle and want to perform at their best.
Read moreRick Crain
3 months ago
Eric was great! So knowledgeable, helpful, and positive.
Read moreDaniel Fishman
3 weeks ago
Eric’s assessment skills are impeccable. He is very knowledgeable and takes his time to explain things to his patients. He’s very open to questions and is comprehensive with his treatment and follow-up plans. I highly recommend Eric for your Physical Therapy needs.
Read moreNedra Fortson
a month ago
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Our Facility
Weight Room
Power and Plyometrics
Physical Therapy Clinic
Cold Plunge
Infrared Sauna
Our Process
Restore
Rebuild
Reinforce
Recover
Our Services
Injury Prevention
- Arm care
- Dry needling
- Myofascial Mobilization
- Cupping
- Joint mobilization and manipulation
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Marc Pro
Postoperative Rehab
- Return to play procols
- Tommy John/UCL, ACL, Rotator Cuff, Meniscus, Labrum, Arthroscopic.
- Interval throwing programs
- Interval hitting (Baseball and Golf) programs
- Expert guidance and exercise prescriptions
- Cold Plunge and Infrared Sauna
Sports Performance
- Golf and Baseball specific performance training
- Titliest Performance Institute Golf Assessment
- Overhead and Rotational Athletes
- Weekend Warriors
- Movement and Strength assessment via force plate and 3D motion analysis cameras
- Sport specific speed, agility, power, mobility and strength programs
Traditional Physical Therapy
- Non-operative injuries
- Recreational Atheletes
- Weekend Warriors
- Prehab
- Return to play
- Golf Swing Analysis
- Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist/Hand Pain
- Hip, Knee, Foot/Ankle Pain
- Neck and Back Pain
About us
At Movement Medicine, we believe that movement is medicine. Our physical therapy services are designed to facilitate our clients' success both on and off the field.
Our team of experienced therapists utilize evidence-based practices to provide personalized treatment plans for each individual.
Our Team
Dr. Eric Nichols, PT, DPT, TPI-C, Cert DN
Eric has a distinguished career in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation.
He has played a pivotal role in founding both baseball and golf medicine programs, showcasing his expertise in sports-related injuries, performance and recovery. His experience includes working with athletes from the MLB, PGA Tour, and LIV Tour, highlighting his ability to cater to high-performance professionals.
Board certified in dry needling and holding a Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level II certification, Eric continues to advance his knowledge in orthopedic injuries, injury prevention, and return-to-sport training. His educational background includes a degree in Exercise and Health Science from Kennesaw State University and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine.
Eric's blend of professional expertise and personal passion makes him a highly respected figure in the field of physical therapy and sports medicine.
Lloyd Van Pamelen, PT, CSCS
Lloyd has over 30 years of experience in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation. He hopes to treat and rehabilitate clients of nearly every orthopedic diagnosis and get folks back to their normal “quality of life.”
Lloyd has been blessed to have unique experiences in his career, especially as related to baseball. He has presented at both community and professional seminars over the years, with 11 years with the Atlanta Braves. He has been equally grateful for the privilege of returning Little Leaguers, future Hall of Famers, and hundreds of ballplayers back to the “yard.” Lloyd ,the first PT ever hired by the Atlanta Braves, works for Georgia Tech Baseball during the times he is not at Movement Medicine.
Scott Kramer, PT, DPT, SCS
Scott is an Atlanta native who received his BS in exercise science from Georgia State University and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Brenau University. He has an experienced background treating orthopedic and sports medicine related injuries, particularly in overhead athletes. Scott is recognized as a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist with experience treating athletes at all levels of competition. Scott strives to build trust through a personalized approach with each patient, and to get them back playing the sports they love. Through this collaborative approach, he focuses on both injury treatment and injury prevention.
He has personal interest in treating the endurance athlete as he is a competitive age group triathlete in the 70.3 distance. To better help serve this population, he also holds a F.I.S.T. Bike Fit Certification from Slowtwitch and is able to make recommendations to prevent injuries and improve performance on the bike. In addition, Scott also holds certifications for Dry Needling, Concussion and Vestibular Rehab.
Cal Lawanson, PT, DPT
Cal was born and raised in London, England. He settled in Kansas City, Missouri in 2012 and went on to attend the University of Missouri – Columbia where he ran Track and played Soccer. In 2018, he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training and continued his education there to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2021.
Cal has a high commitment to innovation and evidence-based rehabilitative practices that produce the best treatment outcomes. This dedication has led him to indulge in research opportunities where he has had the opportunity to present projects on a national stage, including the 2020 National Strength and Conditioning Association conference and the 2020 American Physical Therapy Associations Combined Sections Meeting where he was nominated for Best Orthopedics Poster award.
Cal enjoys working with athletes of all ages. Whether it is to prevent injury or help them return to sport and daily life, he makes sure every session is fun and productive.
In his spare time, Cal enjoys soccer, the outdoors, traveling, cooking, reading and exploring his creative side through multiple mediums.